AKG WMS 470 User Instructions
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WMS 470
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG (V 1.00)
Bitte vor Inbetriebnahme des Gerätes lesen!
USER INSTRUCTIONS (V 1.00)
Please read the manual before using the equipment!
MODE D'EMPLOI (V 1.00)
Veuillez lire cette notice avant d'utiliser le système!
ISTRUZIONI PER L'USO (V 1.00)
Prima di utilizzare l'apparecchio, leggere il manuale!
MODO DE EMPLEO (V 1.00)
¡Sirvase leer el manual antes de utilizar el equipo!
INSTRUÇÕES DE USO (V 1.00)
Favor leia este manual antes de usar o equipamento!
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  • Page 1 WMS 470 BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG (V 1.00) S. 2 Bitte vor Inbetriebnahme des Gerätes lesen! USER INSTRUCTIONS (V 1.00) p. 24 ..Please read the manual before using the equipment! MODE D’EMPLOI (V 1.00) p. 46 .
  • Page 2 Thank you..for purchasing an AKG product. This manual contains important instructions for setting up and operating your equipment. Please take a few minutes to read the instructions below carefully before operating the equipment. Please keep the manual for future reference.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Status & Warning Messages..................39 REHEARSAL - Soundcheck..................39 SQUELCH ......................40 Pilot Tone......................41 FACTORY RESET ....................41 INFO ........................41 INTRO .........................41 7 Microphone Technique..................42 Handheld Transmitter ...................42 Lavalier Microphones ...................43 Headworn and Instrument Microphones ..............43 8 Cleaning......................43 9 Troubleshooting ....................44 10 Specifications ....................45 WMS 470...
  • Page 4: Safety And Environment

    Shielded cables and I/O cords must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations. Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by AKG Acoustics may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. The SR 470 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this de- vice must accept any inter ference receiv ed, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 5: Packing List And Optional Accessories

    2 Packing List and Optional Accessories • Check that your package contains all the components listed for your system below. If any- Systems and thing is missing, please contact your AKG dealer. Components WMS 470 D5 Set WMS 470 Presenter Set •...
  • Page 6 • C 519 ML – Wind instrument microphone (saxophone, trumpet, clarinet, etc.) • RMS 4000 – Remote mute switch • For more options and antenna accessories, please refer to the current AKG catalog or folder, or visit www.akg.com. Your dealer will be glad to help.
  • Page 7: General

    3 General The WMS 470 wireless microphone system comprises the SR 470 stationary diversity re- Introduction ceiver, handheld transmitters HT 470/C5 with C 5 microphone element and HT 470/D5 with D 5 microphone element, and the PT 470 bodypack transmitter. The receiver and transmit- ters operate in a 30 MHz subband of each frequency set within the 500 MHz to 865 MHz UHF band.
  • Page 8: Handheld Transmitter

    CU 400 charger without having to remove the battery from the transmitter. 23 Frequency sticker: Sticker attached to the transmitter shaft, indicating the available carrier frequency range and approval data. WMS 470...
  • Page 9: Bodypack Transmitter

    AKG microphones (optional) or supplied MKG L instrument cable. You can connect AKG microphones with a mini LXLR connector to the audio input on the bodypack transmitter: The MKG L instrument cable lets you connect an electric guitar, electric bass, or remote keyboard to the bodypack transmitter.
  • Page 10: Setting Up

    Use RG58 or RG213 cable to connect the antennas. For details on antennas, accessories, and frequency planning support visit our website at www.akg.com. Antenna Front-mount Cable • Use the BNC extension cable (AKG part #0110E01890) to mount the ¼-wave antennas on the front panel WMS 470...
  • Page 11: Positioning The Receiver

    The receiver is electronically locked so that you cannot make any unintended adjustments. LOCK Mode The "LOCK" label is shown on the display. • To enter SETUP mode, press and hold the key until the "LOCK" label disappears. WMS 470...
  • Page 12: Transmitters

    The bodypack transmitter has been designed primarily for use with "L" type MicroMic Se- ries microphones from AKG. If you wish to connect other microphones from AKG or other manufacturers to the tansmitter, please note that you may have to rewire the existing con- nector of your microphone or replace it with a 3-pin mini XLR connector.
  • Page 13: Optional Rms 4000 Remote Mute Switch

    4. Point the infrared sensor (1) on the transmitter at the infrared emitter (2) on the receiver Refer to figs. 10 and 11 from a distance of 4 inches (10 cm) max. to activate the selected mode. on page vi. WMS 470...
  • Page 14: Operating Notes

    The microphone is muted and the status LED (20) will change from green to red. The RF section continues transmitting the carrier frequency. 2. To switch the microphone back on, set the ON-MUTE/PRG-OFF switch to "ON". The status LED changes to green and the display indicates the remaining battery capacity in hours. WMS 470...
  • Page 15: System Adjustments

    The current setting, "HI" or "LO", starts flashing. Handheld Transmitter Gain 2. Use the arrow keys to select the desired setting: "HI" gain or "LO" gain (for vocal use). 3. Program the assigned transmitter referring to the section on "Programming Transmitters". WMS 470...
  • Page 16: Programming Transmitters

    3. Program the assigned transmitter referring to the section on "Programming Transmitters". • Since the chemical parameters of batteries take some time to stabilize, the system may correct the battery indication (type and remaining capacity) about 10 to 30 minutes after switching power to the transmitter on. Note WMS 470...
  • Page 17: Advanced Functions (Extra Menu)

    “MIN RF”: The recording has been completed, no dropout has been detected. The display indicates the minimum RF level measured. “OVFL”: The recording has been stopped automatically because six dropouts have been de- tected already or because the available time (16 minutes) has elapsed. WMS 470...
  • Page 18: Squelch

    • The higher the squelch threshold (-86 dB = max., -100 dB = min.), the lower the sen- sitivity of the receiver and thus the usable range between transmitter and receiver. Note WMS 470...
  • Page 19: Pilot Tone

    "PV 1.0": Preset version "INTRO": This screen allows you to edit the name displayed upon switching power to the receiver ON. (The default setting is "AKG PROFESSIONAL".) The "INTRO" submenu lets you enter and save a new name at any time.
  • Page 20: Microphone Technique

    • To install the PPC 1000, you need to remove the PB 1000 Presence Boost Adapter first. Note WMS 470...
  • Page 21: Lavalier Microphones

    3. Make sure to aim the microphone at your mouth. Headworn and • Refer to the user manual of the respective microphone for instructions on how to use AKG Instrument headworn and instrument microphones.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    ERR.>SYS< • Frequency settings cannot be changed. Switch power to receiver OFF and back ON after about 10 seconds. If problem persists, contact your AKG Service Center. ERR.>PRE< • Error in selected Preset. Continue with previous Preset. Select error-free Preset.
  • Page 23: Specifications

    60 x 73,5 x 30 mm (2.4 x 2.9 x 1.2 in.) Net weight: 90 g (3.2 oz.) This equipment conforms to the standards listed in the Declaration of Conformity. To order a free copy of the Declaration of Conformity, visit http://www.akg.com or contact sales@akg.com. WMS 470...
  • Page 24 Lemböckgasse 21–25, A-1230 Vienna/AUSTRIA, phone: (+43-1) 86654-0* e-mail: sales@akg.com For other products and distributors worldwide visit www.akg.com Technische Änderungen vorbehalten. Specifications subject to change without notice. Ces caractéristiques sont susceptibles de modifications. Ci riserviamo il diritto di effettuare modifiche tecniche. Nos reservamos el derecho de introducir modificaciones técnicas.

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